MSI has become the first brand to gain “Certified VR Ready Notebook” status from both Intel and HTC Vive.

The new gaming laptops from MSI come equipped with a desktop grade GTX 980 GPU coupled with Intel Core i7 Skylake CPU, with the MSI GT80S 6QF offering the full unthrottle performance of dual GTX 980 GPUs in SLI. Not only that, but the laptops also feature RGB illuminated keyboards and screen resolutions of up to 4K.

Combined with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 graphics card, they support the greatest immersion with smooth running and minimum latency.

The machines provide the users with the most mind-blowing experience ever. Optimized for Vive and equipped with best-in-class hardware and stylish exterior, MSI Gaming Notebooks are the best platform. The time has come. Welcome to the VIRTUAL world for REAL gamers.

In addition to being validated by HTC Vive and Intel, a number of MSI`s components and PCs have earned GeForce GTX VR Ready stickers as well; some of these products are listed here.

MSI is also working on the software support for VR. The company already has a VR Lab to build and optimize devices, software and testing methodologies. In addition to this, MSI has set up a VR development and cooperation platform; you can check this out and sign up to the program via MSI`s dedicated microsite.

Seeking the expert advice and product validation from PC industry majors like Intel, Nvidia and HTC is a smart move by MSI, which ensures their hardware is capable of of delivering the optimal VR gaming experience.

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